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Kayla Hvozdovic
Giving

Where Dreams Meet Possibility

Kayla Hvozdovic (Class of 2024) is able to study public relations and pursue a career in the entertainment industry because of the generous support of UT donors.
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Chancellor Donde Plowman, Emi Taylor, Nicole Gann, Mallori France, Cade Simmons, and Peyton Manning
Giving

Peyton Manning Praises 2024 Manning Scholars for Their Positive Impact 

Legendary NFL quarterback Peyton Manning gathered with Chancellor Donde Plowman and other leaders from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, on Aug. 27 to honor the newest recipients of the Peyton Manning Scholarship, a highly competitive four-year award given to four incoming students each year. 
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Shelia Smith and Mary Gunther
Giving, News

Late Faculty Member Meets Critical Need in College of Nursing and US Health Care

The Mary Gunther Endowed Scholarship ensures her legacy will continue, fueling the pipeline for nursing education at UT and impacting health care through future Volunteer nurses.
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